7. Resetting and Clearing the Server
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Chapter 1 Maintenance
The following instructions show how to clear the NVRAM and the password.
WARNING
Be sure to observe the following precautions to use the server safety. Failure to
observe the precautions may cause death or serious injury. For details, see
Safety Precautions and Regulatory Notices
.
•
Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the server.
•
Do not remove lithium, NiMH, or Li-ion batteries.
•
Disconnect the power plug before installing or removing the server.
CAUTION
Be sure to observe the following precautions to use the server safely. Failure to
observe the precautions may cause burns, injury, and property damage. For
details, see
Safety Precautions and Regulatory Notices
.
•
Make sure to complete installation.
•
Do not get your fingers caught.
•
Avoid installing under extreme temperature conditions.
Important Take anti-static measures before operating the server. For detailed
information on static electricity, see
Chapter 1 (1.8 Anti-static Measures)
in
Safety Precautions and Regulatory Notices
.
•
Clearing NVRAM
1. Turn off the server, and disconnect the AC power cord from power supply units.
See "
Getting Started
"
provided with this server or
Chapter 2 (1. Installing Internal Optional Devices)
in
"
User’s Guide
"
to remove server modules.
2. Locate the NVRAM CLEAR jumper by referring the above figure.
3. Change the jumper switch from
Default
to
Clear
.
4. Wait at least five seconds and then return the jumper to
Default
.
5. Reassemble the server and turn on the server.
POST will halt with the following error message.
ERROR
8006: System configuration data cleared by Jumper.
Press<F1> to resume, <F2> to Setup
6. Press <F2> key to start BIOS Setup Utility, and then run
Load Setup Defaults
from
Save & Exit
menu.
Tips
When the NVRAM data is cleared, the server may reboot before the OS starts.
